The University of North Texas showcased historic designer gowns from the Texas Fashion Collection, in the spirit of characters from Downton Abbey. And royal gunsmith Holland & Holland displayed their luxury wares, explaining there are only four gun rooms in the world, one of which is located in Dallas at deBoulle.

Attendees also enjoyed a scotch whiskey tasting courtesy of The Dalmore and a traditional high tea served by Cavallini. Bonnie Itzeg, owner of the popular coffee and tea company, gave mini presentations on the history of British teas.

The Althorp Collection is a furniture reproduction line based on the antiques found in the Spencer family’s historic estate in Althorp, England. Charles Spencer, the ninth Earl of Spencer and the late Princess Diana’s younger brother, established the partnership with the Theodore Alexander furniture company to maintain the history of the Spencer family and to showcase the detail of the family’s historic antiques.

Vote for our next Stylemaker

To celebrate the most fashionable men and women in Dallas, we present the fourth annual CultureMap Stylemaker Awards, sponsored by The Plaza. Of these fabulous individuals, who fuels your passion for fashion? You can vote once a day, every day, in the semifinals until September 28.